Question

Which form of the word derive would be best used in the sentence below?

The math problem was incredibly complicated, but its solution was easily _________ from the clues we were given by the teacher. (4 points)

Select one:
a. derivable
b. derivability
c. derivate
d. derivative

Answer 1

The correct answer is a. derivable :)

Answer 2

The form of the word 'derive' which would be best used in the sentence is:

a. derivable

Step-by-step explanation:

The sentence will be:

The math problem was incredibly complicated, but its solution was easily derivable from the clues we were given by the teacher.

Word forms are the number of ways a word can be used. The same word can be used as a noun, verb, or an adjective in different ways and different sentences. Also, by adding suffixes and prefixes they can be further used.